Photo Shoot Benefits Local Cancer Foundation RamStrength
Fort Collins is a very integrated, supportive community, which means I get great opportunities to use my passion for photography to benefit people and causes beyond myself.
In the beginning of October I was hired as a photographer to shoot the CSU Fashion Show to Benefit RamStrength, a local non-profit that provides financial assistance to cancer survivors in Fort Collins and Northern Colorado. Specifically, they provide financial assistance for basic needs, scholarships programs and services.
It was great to work with the CSU Fashion Show team for the 3rd year on multiple projects, and the event gave me a chance to stretch my skills in a new way.
Hosted in the Midtown Arts Center (formerly the Carousel Dinner Theatre), the runway was actually was just a typical theatre stage — a bit non-traditional for typical fashion shows. In some ways this was great because it gave me an opportunity to grab unique shots, but it was a bit more challenging with limited space to shoot in the front row, but it challenged me to be creative and think on my feet.
All clothes worn in the fashion shoot were donated by local stores, including Biyazzi, Tula, Soul mates, Prima Body Wear, and Satin Camisole & Designs. It was awesome to see other local businesses supporting such a great cause.
Overall, it felt fantastic to help out at the CSU Fashion Show and use my photography for a bigger purpose — to help and support local community members.
Images after the more!
